WEIGHT Loss rules YOU must follow!! Go out to eat

One of the first things people are told when losing weight is to cook more at home and stop eating out. This is good advice in general - but you don't have to give up on a fast takeout meal or your favorite restaurant in order to slim down  - specially these days when restaurants are creating healthier, lighter fare than ever before, and sharing those nutrition facts on menu boards and their websites. There are loads of ways to enjoy eating out without blowing your diet.

Many menus offer lighter options, and good chefs are more than willing to accommodate special requests. Because restaurant portions do tend to be larger than normal, bring a friend. Split an entree to save calories and money. Or, order an appetizer as your main course.